Weather Alert: Morocco Forecasts Thunderstorms, Gusty Wings on Saturday in Several Provinces

Weather Alert: Morocco Forecasts Thunderstorms, Gusty Wings on Saturday in Several Provinces
Friday 19 April 2024 - 13:50

Several regions in Morocco are expected to experience heavy rainfall and strong winds on Saturday, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology.

The affected areas include Boulemane, Fes, Sefrou, Moulay Yacoub, Jerada, Taounate, El Hajeb, Ifrane, Taza, Taourirt, and Meknes.

The weather agency has issued an orange level alert, warning of rainfall ranging from 25 to 40 millimeters, accompanied by thunderstorms. Strong wind gusts reaching speeds of 70 to 85 kilometers per hour are also anticipated, potentially causing localized dust storms. These conditions are expected to last from midnight until 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Additionally, strong winds are forecast for the provinces and regions of Errachidia, Figuig, and the mountainous areas of Guelmim, Tata, Sidi Ifni, and Tiznit. The wind speeds in these areas are also expected to reach 70 to 85 kilometers per hour, with the possibility of dust storms. This weather event is expected to occur between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. on Saturday.

Authorities are advising residents in the affected areas to take necessary precautions and remain vigilant during the expected weather events.

add your comment

Terms of publication : Not to offend the writer, people, sacred things, or attack religions or the divine self, and refrain from racist incitement and insults.

News
Storm damages national power grid, triggers widespread electricity cuts in Casablanca
Wednesday 11 November 2026 - 20:58

Storm damages national power grid, triggers widespread electricity cuts in Casablanca

News
Morocco’s housing assistance program faces backlog of more than 109,000 eligible applicants
Wednesday 11 November 2026 - 19:00

Morocco’s housing assistance program faces backlog of more than 109,000 eligible applicants

Politics
16 Moroccan political parties received no public funding in 2024
Wednesday 11 November 2026 - 18:01

16 Moroccan political parties received no public funding in 2024

International
Schools evacuated across Italy after bomb threats
Wednesday 11 November 2026 - 17:16

Schools evacuated across Italy after bomb threats